DisrupTV

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed John Kreul, Chief Information & Digital Officer at Jewelers Mutual Group, Krystle C., Senior Vice President, Marketing & Digital Business at Jewelers Mutual Group and Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton, Co-authors of The Five Talents That Really Matter: How Great Leaders Drive Extraordinary Performance. This episode featured discussions on leadership talents, data technology, and customer personalization. John Kreul and Krystle Craycraft from Jewelers Mutual Group discussed their 111-year-old company's transformation into a digital-first business, leveraging AI and data analytics to enhance customer experiences. They highlighted the importance of personalized insurance and the need for frictionless customer interactions. Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton, authors of "The Five Talents That Really Matter," emphasized the significance of traits like setting direction, harnessing drive, exerting pressure, building connectivity, and controlling traffic in effective leadership. They also discussed the potential of AI in enhancing leadership assessments and decision-making. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Jeremy Kahn, author of Mastering AI: A Survival Guide to Our Superpowered Future and AI Editor at Fortune Magazine and Larry Dignan, Editor in Chief, Constellation Research. We focused the discussion around the dual promise and pitfalls of AI integration across industries. Jeremy Kahn's recent book, "Mastering AI," addresses the potential threats posed by AI, such as diminishing human intellect, over-reliance on chatbots for social connection, and ethical concerns related to business models involving AI. Positive impacts include increased productivity, enhanced healthcare through drug discovery, and advanced education via AI-enhanced tutoring. We also explored the role of AI in enhancing communication, emotional intelligence, and organizational efficiencies, while cautioning against complacency and the necessity for strategic adaptation in the rapidly evolving technological landscape. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Bonnie Hayden Cheng, Author of The Return on Kindness and Andrew Chow, author of Cryptomania: Hype, Hope, and the Fall of FTX's Billion-Dollar Fintech Empire. Dr. Bonnie Hayden Chen discussed her book "The Return on Kindness," emphasizing the importance of kindness in leadership. She debunked myths about kindness being a weakness, highlighting its tangible benefits. Chen introduced the RISE model for kind leadership: Role Modeling, Intentional Flexibility, Supportive Action, Energy, and Equipping. Andrew Chow discussed his book "Crypto Mania," detailing the 2022 crypto crash and the rise of risky actors like Sam Bankman-Fried and Do Kwon. He noted the impact of macroeconomic factors and the role of regulatory changes in shaping the crypto market's future. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Anand Iyer, PhD, MBA, Chief AI Officer at Welldoc, Dr. Frederik G. Pferdt, Google’s first (and former) Chief Innovation Evangelist and author of What's Next is Now: How to Live Future Ready and Jeff Wetzler, author of Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs in Leadership and Life. This episode of DisrupTV featured discussions on leveraging AI in healthcare, digital health, and future readiness. Anand Iyer, Chief AI Officer at Well Doc, highlighted AI's role in transforming diabetes care through digital therapeutics. He emphasized AI's potential in improving patient outcomes and efficiency. Frederik Pferdt, former Chief Innovation Evangelist at Google, discussed his upcoming book on future readiness, focusing on optimism, openness, curiosity, experimentation, and empathy. Jeff Wetzler, CEO of Transcend, shared insights on the importance of asking questions to tap into hidden wisdom, advocating for a culture of curiosity and learning. Here are some of the questions we touched on: 📌 What is healthcare trying to solve by utilizing AI? 📌 What are some examples or use cases where AI is particularly helpful in healthcare? 📌 What is the future of AI in healthcare and what will it take to get there? 📌 What does a future-ready “mindstate” mean? 📌 What is unreserved openness? 📌 What’s the role of curiosity in being ready for the future, and how can we get it back? 📌 What kind of information are people most likely to withhold from us and why? 📌 Why don’t we ask as many questions as we should? 📌 What are the benefits of The Ask Approach? DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Chris Morgan, AVP, Product Innovation at Jenzabar, Mo Bunnell, author of Give to Grow: Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your Career and Dominic Ashley-Timms and Laura Ashley-Timms, Co-authors of The Answer Is A Question. This episode featured discussions on various topics. Mo Bunnell introduced the "Give to Grow" book, emphasizing the importance of deepening relationships in business growth. Chris Morgan from Jenzibar discussed technology-based education and the need for non-traditional learners. Laura and Dominic Ashley-Timms highlighted the Star Model for operational coaching, focusing on active listening and strategic questioning. They noted a 50% burnout rate among managers. The episode also covered the importance of project-based learning in higher education and the shift towards skills-based hiring. We discussed: 📌 Why is technology-based skills training so important right now? What types of lucrative jobs does it lead it to? 📌 What are the key steps colleges must follow to roll out the right kind of tech-based training? How can they ensure this effort will be successful? 📌 Why do top performers have 10x or more the impact of average performers? 📌 Why do we need a new roadmap for success for those building a business or book of business? 📌 What is the most common misconception around growth activities today? 📌 Top tips to manage multi-generational teams 📌 Why changing your emotional state as a manager will prepare you for the toughest team challenges 📌 Why questions are the keys to increasing performance and engagement in your teams DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on episode 371, we interviewed Beth Rudden, CEO of Bast.ai and author of AI For the Rest of Us and Elliott Parker, CEO and founder of venture builder High Alpha Innovation and author of The Illusion of Innovation: Escape “Efficiency” and Unleash Radical Progress. This discussion on DisrupTV featured insights from Beth Rudden and Elliot Parker on AI and innovation. Beth highlighted the shift from decentralized to centralized AI, emphasizing the need for transparency and ethical design. She noted that AI should solve for the broader group, not just centralized authorities. Elliot discussed the challenges large corporations face in innovation, advocating for a balance between execution and learning. He suggested that corporations should adopt new governance models and focus on strategic experimentation. Both speakers stressed the importance of a mindset of abundance and the need for organizations to adapt to the evolving landscape of AI and innovation. Topics covered include: 📌 How are fears and concerns about AI shaping societal perceptions and influencing its development, particularly regarding ownership, power dynamics, and the implications for individuals and communities? 📌 What are real-world examples of how AI is quietly reshaping our lives? 📌 What are the critical elements of an inclusive and transparent approach to AI? 📌 What’s wrong with the way we measure the success of companies? 📌 What is the “illusion of innovation” that many organizations pursue? 📌 What can nature teach us about the power of randomness in building resiliency? 📌 What’s the first step somebody can take today to embrace chaos and seek out radical progress? DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11 AM PT/ 2 PM ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on episode 370, we interviewed Cristina Alaimo and Jannis Kalliniko, Co-authors of Data Rules: Reinventing the Market Economy, Charles Henderson, EVP of Cyber Security Services at Coalfire and Ron Miller, Enterprise Reporter at TechCrunch. Cristina Alaimo and Jannis Kalliniko discussed their book "Data Rules," emphasizing the sociological aspects of data and its impact on organizations and society. Charles Henderson highlighted cybersecurity challenges, noting that despite significant spending, security remains broken due to motivated adversaries and poor prioritization. Ron Miller discussed AI's financial impact, noting that it diverts budgets from cybersecurity and lacks clear ROI metrics. Cloud revenues were also examined, with major tech companies reporting strong growth despite economic headwinds. Topics covered include: 📌 Why is it important to look at data in a wider, socioeconomic context? How can we conceive of data as a social function? 📌 How has data influenced the social structures and people around them? 📌 Why is security still broken today? 📌 The issues involved in measuring ROI on generative AI 📌 Does generative AI hype match what's happening with companies at this point? 📌 The Google-Wiz deal falling through in the wake of the Google-HubSpot deal collapsing and what it means for Google Cloud 📌 Are AI agents the next big thing in AI? DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11 AM PT/ 2 PM ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on episode 369, we interviewed Dr. David Bray, Distinguished Fellow at Stimson Center and Business Executives for National Security, Miriam Vogel, President and CEO of Equal AI and Teresa Carlson, General Catalyst Advisor, PagerDuty Board Member, Finch AI Board Member/Investor, Commure and Karat Board Member, Vice-Chair White House Historical Association and Investor. Topics covered include: 📌 Ethics, governance and impact of AI on future of business 📌 Why boards need pragmatic AI leadership 📌 How to be ready for external actors misuse and abuse of GenAI DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11 AM PT/ 2 PM ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on episode 368, we interviewed Ryan Aytay, CEO of Tableau, John Mullins, PhD, London Business School professor and author of Break the Rules! The Six Counter-Conventional Mindsets of Entrepreneurs that Can Help Anyone Change the World and Leslie Zane, Author of The Power of Instinct: The New Rules of Persuasion in Business and Life. Topics covered include: 📌 The power of community in enterprise software 📌 What’s missing for enterprise AI to take off 📌 The most important workforce skills in an AI-powered world 📌 The six counter conventional mindsets of entrepreneurs that can help anyone change the world 📌 The new rules of persuasion in business and life DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11 AM PT/ 2 PM ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

Grant Halloran, Kartik Hosanagar, and Steve Dennis discuss AI's impact on businesses, leadership in a disruptive economy, and radical changes needed to stay competitive. They also touch on AI in Hollywood and predictions for driving value with AI in the future.